End-Jointed Ash Veneer Backer Sheets from China
Economical end-jointed ash (Fraxinus spp.) veneer backer sheets, sliced to uniform ≤6mm for balancing lamination on furniture and panel cores. HTS 4408.90.01.05 classification reflects splicing process and ash species for plywood production. Provides structural stability opposite face veneers.
Duty Rate — China → United States
35%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
Import Tips
• Mark 'backer quality' distinctly from face veneers to set proper valuation expectations
• Ensure flat stacking with interleaving to prevent telegraphing during transit
• Validate joint strength via ASTM testing standards for load-bearing applications